The depreciation of the Ghanaian cedi against the US dollar continues its upward trend on the commercial forex market, with the loss in value nearing 10% for the first four months of 2024. Since the beginning of the year, the cedi has experienced marginal depreciation marking a year-to-date depreciation of approximately 9.37%. However, this marks […] The post Cedi-dollar
Former Black Stars coach Charles Akonnor has expressed his support for the appointment of Otto Addo as the new head coach of the Ghana national football team. The post Akonnor confident Otto Addo will succeed as Black Stars coach first appeared on 3News.
Dr. John Kwakye, the Director of Research at the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA), has criticized the Akufo-Addo government for its dependence on funds from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank, and other donor agencies to strengthen the local currency. He labelled the government’s heavy reliance on foreign aid, including Eurobonds and cocoa syndicated […] The post Ghana’s
Day two of the highly anticipated ‘Back to Your Village Food Festival,’ hosted by Citi FM and Citi TV, is set to enthral attendees today at the forecourt of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly. Following the resounding success of the festival’s inaugural day on Saturday, March 30, where patrons were treated to a tantalizing array of […] The post Back to
Citi FM and Citi TV’s eagerly anticipated ‘Back to Your Village Food Festival’ set to tantalize palates takes off today, Saturday, March 30, 2024. Formerly known as the “Back to Your Village Food Bazaar,” the two-day annual event, which will end on Sunday, March 31, returns with a fresh new outlook, promising an unforgettable culinary […] The post Citi
Bernard Avle, the General Manager of Citi TV and Citi FM, has stated that the organisation’s ‘Back to Your Village Food Festival’ goes beyond simply celebrating differences. It’s about recognizing the underlying unity that binds Ghanaians together. “We are not here because we are different, we are here because we are similar. We are not […] The post ‘Back
Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey has opened up about the setbacks caused by injuries throughout his career with Arsenal in the English Premier League and the Ghanaian national team, the Black Stars. In a candid interview with Arsenal’s media, the former Atletico Madrid player recounted his football journey from his roots in Ghana to his experiences […] The post Partey
Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey has confidently asserted his potential to help Arsenal clinch the English Premier League title, even surpassing defending champions Manchester City. Partey’s assertion came during a comprehensive interview with Arsenal’s media, delving into his football journey originating in Ghana and flourishing in Spain with Atletico Madrid before his transfer to Arsenal. Reflecting […] The post We
Ghana coach Otto Addo has emphasised the importance of the international friendlies against Nigeria and Uganda insisting it provided the team a lot of answers to many lingering questions. Upon his return as coach of the national team, the Dortmund talent coach failed to record a win in the March friendlies succumbing to a 2-1 […] The post We got positive and negative
Former Ghana goalkeeper Fatau Dauda recently shared insights into how his tenure with the Black Stars transformed his life, revealing that he was able to construct his own house following his participation in the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Dauda, who earned 26 caps for Ghana between 2008 and 2015, including appearances in the […] The post AFCON 2008 money helped me build a house
A few positives came from the recent friendlies of the Black Stars in Morocco. Despite the team failing to pick a win against Nigeria and Uganda, one of the bright sparks was seeing young players get an opportunity with the national team. Ebenezer Annan received a late call-up and replaced the injured Gideon Mensah in […] The post Throwing the light on newly inducted Black Stars first
Kobena Mensah Woyome, a Ranking Member of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth and Sports, has disclosed plans for a public hearing to address the factors contributing to the Black Stars’ disappointing performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Black Stars’ campaign in the tournament ended in disappointment as they suffered an […] The post Black
Former Ghana International, Dan Quaye has called on the technical team of the Black Stars to give opportunity to the goalkeepers playing in the Ghana Premier League. According to Quaye, some of the local goalkeepers have shown enough quality to be playing for the Black Stars as the goalkeeping department has been the team’s weakest […] The post Dan Quaye makes case for local goalkeepers
Professor John Gatsi, economist and Dean of the University of Cape Coast Business School, has maintained that the indicative exchange rate used by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) is not reflective of the cost structure of business in the country. According to the central bank, the cedi depreciated at 6.8 percent against the US dollar […] The post Relative
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has shared the challenges he faced during his prolonged injury layoff, spanning nearly five months, as he edges closer to full fitness. Partey, a key figure for both Arsenal and the Black Stars of Ghana, endured a frustrating period characterised by limited appearances, making just six Premier League outings for the […] The post Injury setbacks have been tough for
Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has admitted his side has a discipline problem that needs to be addressed going forward. Ghana picked up three red cards and five yellow cards in two friendly matches against Nigeria and Uganda. Jerome Opoku, Mohammed Salisu, and Alidu Seidu all saw red for dissent towards referees. Addo believes […] The post Otto Addo vows to tackle
Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Ernest Addison, has explained why the local currency, the Cedi depreciated against the major trading ones, the Dollar, Pounds, and Euros, at a time when the local economy was expanding. Recently, the Government Statistician, Professor Samuel Kobina Annim announced that Ghana’s economy grew by 2.9% in 2023, […] The post Addison
Black Stars coach Otto Addo has recognised the formidable challenge of rebuilding the Ghanaian national football team, highlighting the adverse conditions he encountered upon assuming his role. After overseeing his first two matches in charge against Nigeria and Uganda, Addo reflected on the team’s current state and the challenges faced in restoring it to its […] The post We
The Minister of Finance, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has said the Cedi has been largely stabilised since early 2023 against the major trading currencies. According to him, the cedi cumulatively Read More... The post Cedi Largely Stabilised Since 2023 appeared first on
Jordan Ayew has reaffirmed the steadfast commitment of himself and his older brother Andre Ayew to the Black Stars cause. The Ayew brothers, mainstays in the Ghanaian national team for over a decade, have vowed to continue fighting for their country till the end. Speaking ahead of the Black Stars’ upcoming friendly match against Uganda, […] The post We will always fight for
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